The Modfather overcomes issues with his guitar tech and sound mix to become something worth the wait.

Catherine Smith talks to a couple who went West and are loving the lifestyle.

The lucky folks at Herne Bay know when they are on to a good thing.

Lawyers may take court action if the sale of the King of Tonga's Auckland mansion goes ahead.

It's a road Graham Henry refuses to go down - the All Blacks coach today declined to offer his version of events after avoiding a ticket when caught speeding in Auckland last week.

Auckland police say they have been assured by Chinese authorities that Zhen Xiao will not face the death sentence if he is convicted of murdering Auckland taxi driver Hiren Mohini.

A police crackdown on speeding drivers over Labour Weekend netted Graham Henry - but he reportedly escaped a fine.

All Blacks coach Graham Henry was caught driving more than 30kph over the speed limit but was not fined, according to a report.

The new lair of a group of foodie artists proves deserving of its popularity.

Auckland actor Charlie McDermott counts fashion, art and design mementos among his favourite things.

As runners limber up to run 42.195km for the Auckland Marathon on Sunday, some may want to reflect on the ancient origins of the day.

Three hot new jewellery brands to look out for.

Edible cosmetics are the latest beauty industry idea to get you spending on your interior as well as exterior.

Mohammad Hamid-Zadeh appeared in Auckland District Court this afternoon charged with the murder of Farasad Razani, who was found dead at the upmarket Quadrant apartments.

A man has admitted killing his two friends when he sped away from police and crashed into two power poles.

A man is likely to be charged with murder or manslaughter after the death of a man in one of Auckland's most upmarket apartment buildings.

See an artist's conception of what "party central" on Auckland's Queens Wharf will resemble with the revamped design of a temporary structure called "The Cloud". Images / NZ Govt

The revamped design for the troubled Rugby World Cup "party central" on Auckland's waterfront is a structure that has been dubbed "The Cloud".

A 31-year-old man is likely to be charged with murder or manslaughter after the death of his apartment-mate in Auckland city overnight.

A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged with assault after a man's body was found in an Auckland apartment today.

Technology developed in New Zealand is being sold to overseas research labs.

Backers say innovative system would be cheaper than rail for Auckland.